Church Sound Podcast

ProSoundWeb
  • 4.8 (25)
  • TECHNOLOGY
  • UPDATED SEMIMONTHLY

Discussions and topics relevant to the house of worship sound community. Mixing techniques, IEM setup, building teamwork, and more. Between the technical aspects and the human aspects -- that's where church audio techs live. Hosted by James Attaway (james@attawayaudio.com) and Gary Zandstra.

  1. OCT 30

    129. Time-Based Effects

    In Episode 129, James and Gary discuss time-based effects, which can be a great way to add space and depth to a mix. If done correctly, using time-based effects like reverb and delay can help transform a mix and give it a little extra polish. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    1h 1m

  2. OCT 16

    128. Acoustics & Psychoacoustics

    In Episode 128, the hosts discuss acoustics & psychoacoustics, how sound behaves in space and how our ears gather and interpret that sound. Having an understanding of acoustics can help how we mic sources, how we use and place loudspeakers, how we adjust things like reverb and delay to make it fit within a mix, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    42 min

  3. OCT 2

    127. Compression Practicals

    In Episode 127, the hosts provide a deeper dive into compression, building on the discussion that began in the previous episode. They talk about a tricky aspect of compression: knowing exactly when it’s needed, backed up with examples and situations where it could be needed — or not. They also dive into the numbers, providing good starting points for aspects such as attack, release, and threshold. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    53 min

  4. SEP 19

    126. Compression Basics

    In Episode 126, the hosts go through the basics of compression, when and how to utilize it correctly as well as what compression does and how we can use it to control and/or add consistency to instruments and vocals with a large dynamic range, and more. They also discuss the basics of threshold, knee, and ratio. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    49 min

  5. AUG 27

    125. EQ Practicals

    In Episode 125, the hosts continue their discussion on equalization (EQ). In Episode 124, they discussed the basics of EQ, and this time out, they dive into how to equalize specific instruments and vocals, as well as when to use high/low pass filters, when to boost and when to cut, how that fits into the greater context of the mix, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    46 min

  6. JUL 31

    124. EQ Basics

    In Episode 124, the hosts go back to the basics with one of the foundational blocks of processing audio: equalization (EQ). Discussion revolves around what EQ actually is, when you need to use it, and ultimately how to use it correctly. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    46 min

  7. JUL 25

    123. Building A Volunteer Dream Team

    In Episode 123, the hosts discuss how to not only build a great volunteer team, but how to get the most out of them. Recruiting volunteers can be difficult, but training and retaining them is the way to ultimately build a “dream team.” The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    45 min

  8. JUL 2

    122. Gear Maintenance Plan

    In Episode 122, the hosts discuss a proper gear maintenance plan to get the most out of your equipment and increase longevity. Setting up (and keeping) a schedule to dust, wipe down, and check the overall health of equipment can lead to better functioning service over a longer period of time. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz. Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide to EQ, compression and effects. Find more from James on the Attaway Audio YouTube Channel and at AttawayAudio.com. Reach him on IG @attawayaudio or contact him via email here. Co-host Gary Zandstra has worked in church production as an AV systems integrator and as a manufacturer’s rep for more than 35 years.

    44 min
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Discussions and topics relevant to the house of worship sound community. Mixing techniques, IEM setup, building teamwork, and more. Between the technical aspects and the human aspects -- that's where church audio techs live. Hosted by James Attaway (james@attawayaudio.com) and Gary Zandstra.

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  • Creator
    ProSoundWeb
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    134
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Church Sound Podcast
  • Show Website
    Church Sound Podcast

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